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Wars in Africa, late-19th and early-20th Century
During the 19th century the British fought minor wars in Africa to secure British control of colonial territories. These included the: Ashanti Wars in West Africa. Matabele Wars in South Africa.
Battle of Isandlwana: Honouring the Zulu Triumph over colonial forces
The historic Battle of Isandlwana's 146th anniversary came alive as history enthusiasts, including British soldiers and local ...
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The British Empire: An overview
It spread from the Americas to include colonies in Africa, Asia and Australasia. During this time Britain lost and gained colonies. During the early years of the British Empire, 13 colonies in ...
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Unpacking imperialism: The British Empire in RIBA’s building and collections
The history of RIBA is closely entwined with that of the British Empire, which expanded and consolidated its ... flora, and fauna of South Africa, Australia, India, Canada, and New Zealand. This ...
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The African gold nation who stood up to the British Empire
The Ashanti Empire founded in 1670 occupied what is now ... power and the immense wealth of Africa. Watch the full documentary on BBC Select. From the Mouse Bunker to the Embassy of Czechoslovakia ...